Andor Season 2 Debuts with Record-Breaking Rotten Tomatoes Score
The highly anticipated second season of the Star Wars prequel series, Andor, has premiered on Disney+ with a record-breaking 98 percent positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes. According to a report by The Hollywood Reporter, the Tony Gilroy drama’s latest season has surpassed the previous top-rated title, Andor season one, which held a 96 percent positive rating.
The new season, which continues the story of Rebel Alliance fighter Cassian Andor, played by Diego Luna, has received widespread critical acclaim. The Hollywood Reporter notes that Disney+ provided the entire new season to critics in advance, allowing them to review the entire 12-episode run. This move is seen as a sign of confidence in the show’s quality.
In comparison, other live-action Star Wars titles have received lower Rotten Tomatoes scores. The Empire Strikes Back, widely regarded as one of the best Star Wars films, has a 95 percent positive rating. On the other end of the spectrum, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker has a surprisingly low 51 percent positive rating, making it the worst-reviewed live-action Star Wars title.
The Hollywood Reporter‘s review of Andor season two praised the show, calling it "a devastating testament to the power of storytelling, both within the Star Wars reality and our own." However, the review also noted that the season has a rather slow start.
As the show continues to roll out, it will be interesting to see if the Rotten Tomatoes score holds up. Critics who didn’t receive episodes in advance will begin to chime in, and the score may change. One wonders if 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (84 percent) will be re-assessed following the release of Andor season two, which leads directly into the movie’s introduction of Luna’s character.
The Hollywood Reporter reports that providing partial seasons to critics is a common studio strategy, but sending a full season can be a sign of confidence or a slow start with a stronger second half. In the case of Andor season two, critics agree that both of these things are true.
The success of Andor season two is notable, especially when compared to other Star Wars titles. Both 2014’s Star Wars Rebels and 2021’s Star Wars Visions have 98 percent positive scores on Rotten Tomatoes, but these tend to garner fewer reviews from mainstream publications.
Andor season two premieres on Disney+ with the first three episodes, followed by another three episodes released in each subsequent week. With its record-breaking Rotten Tomatoes score, this season is shaping up to be a must-watch for Star Wars fans.
According to The Hollywood Reporter, the show’s success can be attributed to its storytelling and its place within the Star Wars universe. As the series continues to unfold, fans and critics alike will be eagerly awaiting the next installment.
Rotten Tomatoes scores can and do change, particularly from a score this early. As the show rolls out, critics who didn’t receive episodes in advance will begin to chime in too. So it will be interesting to see if the score holds up.
The second season of Andor is now streaming on Disney+, with new episodes released weekly. Fans of the series can look forward to the next installment, which promises to deliver more action, drama, and excitement in the Star Wars universe.
Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/andor-season-2-reviews-rotten-tomatoes-score-1236197849/
